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Mesothelioma is a rare but highly aggressive form of cancer resulting from exposure to asbestos. Doctors classify its different types depending on where the cancer develops. There are four main varieties of mesothelioma:Pleural MesotheliomaPleural mesothelioma affects the pleural lining of the… Read more
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For many decades, asbestos was used for flooring, roofing, and insulation in buildings across the United States. In fact, many of these buildings are still in use today. The workers who built these structures were routinely exposed to asbestos on the job. When these fibers enter the lungs, they can… Read more
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Risk factors increase the chances someone could contract an illness — every disease has them. Sometimes, you can alter risk factors. For example, a smoker may quit smoking to lower their risk of getting a certain form of cancer. Other times, risk factors are out of your control, such as your age… Read more
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In recent years, weight loss drugs have gained significant popularity as more individuals seek quick fixes for managing their weight. Many of these fads seem too good to be true, and unfortunately, that is often the case, putting many consumers in harm’s way without proper warning.Many new weight… Read more
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Wegovy has long been used as a weight loss drug across the country. However, recent reports indicate that taking Wegovy increases the risk of developing a ‘paralyzed stomach,’ or gastroparesis. These are not just rumors; numerous cases have emerged where individuals have been hospitalized with… Read more
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According to complaints, pharmacies, such as CVS and Walgreens, have been substituting the prescription medical food Metanx with Folast, Neurpath-B and Duleek-Met, which may not be suitable Metanx alternatives. If your pharmacy has substituted Metanx with one of these other products, fill out our… Read more
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On February 7, 2024, in a report filed to the Office of the Maine Attorney General, Verizon Communications Inc., also known as Verizon, announced their company suffered from an internal data breach. According to the report, the breach occurred on September 21, 2023, when a Verizon employee gained… Read more
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Women who suffered mesh complications after undergoing pelvic organ prolapse repair surgery with a trans vaginal mesh may have legal recourse. On July 13, 2011, the FDA announced that patients undergoing pelvic organ prolapse repair with a surgical mesh may be at a greater risk for mesh… Read more
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Patients who suffered mesh complications after being transvaginally implanted with C.R. Bard's Pelvicol, PelviSoft, or PelviLace products in the repair of pelvic organ prolapse or urinary incontinence may have legal recourse.Vaginal meshes and slings have reportedly been linked to a… Read more
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The following product recalls have been announced this week—make sure you’re in the know. 2021–2025 Range Rover Evoque Compact Crossover SUVsLand Rover has recalled thousands of 2021–2025 Range Rover Evoque Compact Crossover SUVs due to a defect that could cause the passenger airbags to… Read more
